by LM2 | Dec 20, 2024 | Uncategorized |
As a trust lawyer in Torrance, I often encounter clients who need to make significant changes to their trust but aren’t sure whether to amend it or start from scratch. This is where a trust restatement comes in – a powerful but often overlooked solution that...
by LM2 | Dec 12, 2024 | Estate Planning |
As we begin 2025, it’s the perfect time to review your estate plan. As an LA County will and trust lawyer, I’ve created this checklist to help you ensure your estate plan continues to protect what matters most. Life Changes That Need Your Attention Has...
by LM2 | Dec 5, 2024 | Probate |
As an estate administration lawyer in LA County, I occasionally receive calls from families who need to “reopen” a probate case that was previously closed. While it may sound unusual, reopening probate happens more often than you might think, and...
by LM2 | Nov 28, 2024 | Estate Plan, Estates, Trusts |
If you’re reading this, you’re likely facing one of life’s most challenging tasks: writing an obituary for someone you love. As a Los Angeles County will and trust lawyer who has helped countless families through the grief process, I want to share...
by LM2 | Nov 20, 2024 | Estate Law, Estate Planning, Inheritance |
The holiday season typically brings thoughts of giving, but sometimes complex family dynamics lead to difficult decisions about inheritance. As a Long Beach will lawyer, I often counsel clients who are considering disinheriting a family member. While this is never an...